Contract Developer

Switch is looking for a Developer to support our team.

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Switch is looking for an experienced web developer with an in-depth knowledge of Craft CMS to add to the creative team. We need someone who takes joy in solving complex problems and is passionate about clean code and efficient workflows. A background in design is also a plus. You will be working closely with our interactive developer and team of in-house designers to create cohesive web solutions for a wide variety of client types and needs. Candidates based in Dallas are preferred, but we are open and flexible to remote capabilities if you think you’d be a good fit.

Your Primary Responsibilities Would Include:

• Performing site upgrades and general maintenance for existing projects.
• Responding to site maintenance requests and emergencies in real time.
• Collaborating with our other developer to implement front-end templates and modules in new Craft builds.
• Working with Craft plugins and the occasional 3rd-party API to build intuitive content authoring solutions and administration tools for our clients.
• Implementing front-end designs (we like Tailwind CSS and Alpine.js) as needed.

Our Objectives:

• We build websites primarily in Craft, and occasionally in Drupal or Webflow depending on project scope and needs.
• We maintain our websites for clients on an ongoing basis, and provide and support our own hosting services.
• We build websites that are responsive on a variety of platforms.
• We deliver projects quickly and efficiently.
• We work closely with designers and project managers to understand the parameters of the project.

Traits of a Successful Candidate:

• You love beautiful code!
• You enjoy small, fast-paced development groups where communication and teamwork are critical.
• You are not afraid to ask questions to guarantee that the project is done right the first time.
• You are willing to work in a variety of development environments, and desire to learn what you need to in order to get the job done.
• You get joy out of creating elegant solutions to problems with complex constraints and goals.
• You are not stuck in your ways, and can be flexible to accommodate client and internal timelines and budgets.

Must Have:

• Ability to build, update, edit, and maintain websites built on Craft CMS (additionally, Expressionengine, Drupal, WordPress, other PHP-based CMS).
• Relevant experience as a web developer either in-house or at an interactive studio.
• Total comfort writing standards-compliant HTML, CSS, JS, etc.
• Flexibility to be integrated into our internal communication systems (Monday.com and Slack).
• The ability to recreate Adobe XD or Figma documents in front-end code that match the designer’s vision.
• A willingness to jump in and fix problems when things inevitably go wrong.
• A willingness to serve as liaison and development manager between Switch and any 3rd-party developers or other specialists that we engage with for large custom sites.

Nice to Have:

• A firm understanding of Vue.
• Experience creating shopping carts (Craft Commerce, Shopify, etc.).
• Some design background.
• Basic understanding of SEO and Analytics best practices.
• Experience building and customizing Shopify sites.

We Offer:

• A real opportunity to make a difference. You’ll be part of a small, powerful team.
• A stimulating environment with great people who seek genuine collaboration.
• A wide variety of clients and challenges to help you grow as a developer.
• Opportunities to join in on fun team outings and special occasions.

Please Include:

• An introductory statement. Tell us what qualifies you for this position and give us a sense of who you are. Address the above requirements.
• Something you created and are proud of. This can be a custom site, some clever Javascript animations, or anything that shows your prowess.
• An online portfolio that shows the breadth of your work and ability.
• At least two professional references from prior positions with similar responsibilities.
• A resume.